INNOVATION

Odour problems in plastic packaging: causes and solutions

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Odour problems in plastic packaging: causes and solutions


Growing demand for plastics, largely driven by the packaging industry, has led to a concerning accumulation of plastic waste in landfills. According to Plastics Europe, in 2022, 400.3 million tonnes of plastic were produced worldwide, with 58.8 million tonnes generated in Europe, 80% of which came from non-renewable fossil sources ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: ITENE
Bio-based inks for the 2030 packaging

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Bio-based inks for the 2030 packaging


The sustainability in packaging is currently the driving force behind an increased market demand. Sustainable packaging (or green packaging) reduces the use of energy and minimises the harmful environmental effects of the materials used in the packaging manufacture. Unlike traditional packaging, green packaging also has a lower carbon footprint, which improves human and ecological sustainability in the long term. ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: ITENE
Smart labels to control the quality of fresh foodstuffs

Innovation - Printing and labeling

Smart labels to control the quality of fresh foodstuffs


The post-harvest life of fruit and vegetables is one of the most important aspects in the commercialization of these products, therefore, the control of the ripening speed is essential to maintain the quality attributes ( Read more... )


CATEGORY: Printing and labeling BRAND: ITENE